Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Bridge Zebra TB Pickup
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- Full Seymour Duncan manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- 11103-101-Z-bpTF
Description
Seymour Duncan Jeff Loomis Noumenon Bridge Zebra TB Pickup
The Loomis Noumenon Bridge delivers the aggressive, articulate response signature to Jeff Loomis's high-gain playing style. This Trembucker-spaced humbucker combines thick low-end authority with crystalline treble clarity, engineered for modern metal and progressive applications where precision and punch matter equally on stage.
Tone & Output Character
Alnico 8 magnets generate thick bass response and smooth, controlled treble that cuts through dense mixes without harshness. The design balances high output with articulate note definition, making it reliable for drop-tuned guitars and lead work that demands both power and harmonic clarity in live settings.
Construction & Compatibility
The Trembucker pole spacing accommodates bridge positions on guitars with wider string spacing, particularly 7-string and extended-range instruments. Zebra coil winding (alternating black and white bobbins) provides the classic aesthetic while the TB designation confirms Trembucker routing compatibility for dependable installation and performance.
Key Features
- Alnico 8 magnet for thick, defined bass with smooth treble response
- Trembucker-spaced pole pieces for proper alignment on extended-range guitars
- Signature Jeff Loomis Noumenon design
- Zebra coil winding (alternating black and white bobbins)
- Bridge position configuration
- High-output humbucker design
- Manufactured in Santa Barbara, California
- Passive magnetic design requiring no batteries or external power
- Compatible with standard humbucker wiring and shielding
- Designed for modern metal, progressive, and high-gain applications
This pickup delivers the articulate aggression and harmonic precision that progressive and metal players demand on stage, without sacrificing the tonal thickness required for extended tunings and road-ready reliability.
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At a Glance
The Seymour Duncan Loomis Noumenon Bridge is a Trembucker-spaced humbucker built for drop-tuned and extended-range guitars, delivering thick low-end authority with crystalline treble clarity and high output for modern metal and progressive play. Engineered around Jeff Loomis's signature high-gain style, it balances aggressive punch with articulate note definition so leads and riffs cut through dense mixes without harshness. Choose it if you're running a 7-string or baritone guitar and need a bridge pickup that handles both extreme tunings and demanding live setlists.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Drop Tunings
- ✓ Extended Range
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Blues
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trembucker spacing and which guitars need it?
Trembucker spacing is a wider pole-piece layout designed for guitars with broader string spacing, most commonly found in bridge positions on 7-string, 8-string, and baritone instruments. Standard Humbucker spacing can cause some strings to sit off-pole on these wider bridges, reducing response and clarity; Trembucker spacing aligns all strings properly for even output and tone.
Is this pickup suitable for drop tunings and extended-range guitars?
Yes. The Loomis Noumenon Bridge is specifically engineered for drop-tuned and extended-range applications, with Alnico 8 magnets and high output designed to maintain thick low-end definition and articulate treble even in lower tunings and wider string spacing.
What genres and playing styles is this pickup best for?
It excels in modern metal, progressive, and high-gain styles where aggressive tone and harmonic precision are priorities. It is not recommended for jazz, blues, or folk applications, as its high output and crystalline treble character is optimized for heavy, articulate playing rather than warm, dynamic response.
Does this pickup require batteries or external power?
No. The Loomis Noumenon Bridge is a passive magnetic pickup with no battery or external power requirement, using Alnico 8 magnets and standard humbucker wiring for straightforward installation and maintenance.
How does the Zebra coil winding affect tone and function?
Zebra winding (alternating black and white bobbins) is a classic aesthetic choice and has no impact on electrical performance or tone; it is purely visual. The pickup's tonal character comes from the Alnico 8 magnet, coil design, and Trembucker spacing.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $10 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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